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March 8, 2010

Now’s a great time to buy my house 🙂

And of course, no begging you to buy my house infomercial would be complete without some Norristown details:

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Area AttractionsNorristown Arts Hill District – The Launch on Saturday, April 24 marks the unveiling of the newly named Norristown Arts Hill District (DeKalb Street between Main and Marshall Streets).Schuylkill River Trail – This bicycle/pedestrian fairway will take you from Center City all the way out to Valley Forge, and goes right through the heart of Norristown, all of a 5 min ride from Swift Street. .Historic West Marshall Street Shopping – Currently one of the keystones of the Norristown redevelopment effort, the West Marshall Street Shopping district is surrounded by beautiful old homes, and a wide array of specialty shops. Summer Concerts Under The Stars – Hosted in the beautiful Elmwood Park (home to the Norristown Zoo!), stop by with your picnic blanket for the weekly concerts at the Elmwood Park Bandshell.

Restaurant RecommendationsBlueFin Sushi – 1017 E Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA – 10 min drive – this BYOB is widely considered one of the top sushi spots in the Philadelphia area (5 stars on CitySearch, 5 stars on Yelp, Zagat- rated)From The Boot – 517 Germantown Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA -15 min drive – another fantastic BYOB, this Italian spot is amazing. Really incredible Italian food at a reasonable price .Maddy’s On Main – 7 W Main St, Norristown, PA – 10 min walk – great little coffee spot, good breakfast sandwiches, friendly staff, and a nice place to munch on your way to work.Franzone’s Pizzeria & Restaurant – 1940 W Main St, Norristown, PA – 10 min drive – seriously amazing pizza. Sweet, sweet sauce, to the point where plain cheese is the only way to go. Good wings and great takeout options.Also close by and a great time…

Area Grocery StoresWhole Foods Market – at the Plymouth Meeting Mall, Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA – 8 min drive – brand new, this Whole Foods is the largest in Pennsylvania and has an amazing selection, with café, prepared foods, and beer & wine tasting.Giant Grocery Store – at the Metroplex Shopping Center – 5 min drive – just as big as the Whole Foods (at least) but with your more typical grocery store fare, and always open. Incredibly close by and convenient.Maple Acres Farm – 2656 Narcissa Rd, Plymouth Meeting, PA – 10 min drive – family-owned and run local farm with fresh meats, vegetables, and fruits, with pick-your-own flowers. Great bargain for local and sustainability grown foods.Norristown Farmers Market – Main St, Norristown, PA – 10 walk – now in its second year, the farms market is hosted June through October, Thursdays 12-5 and offers a full line of local fruits, vegetables, and baked goods.